Hi Danny, Access Note is a really good start and I agree with you about shortcut keys on other apps. I hope Apple implement this since they would be of use to anyone with a Bluetooth keyboard, not just VoiceOver users.
Jonathan On 3/02/2013, at 5:51 AM, Danny Noonan <[email protected]> wrote: > The Functionality is on the phone. What I was trying to say is I would like > keyboard commands for such functions like AccessNote has so command r for > reply etc. there are already navigation text selection copy cut and paste > keyboard commands built into iOS so why not other such keyboard commands > built in as well. Commands like command n for new could work in many apps > including third party ones. > > Yes, note takers obviously cost more. This is an app though and although it > does have some very nice features such as the fore mentioned keyboard > shortcuts, as far as the price of apps compared to features this app Is on > the high side. > > All this said, I didn't mind paying the price and I do to a point understand > the limited market virses the make it up in volume argument. > > Kind regards, > Danny. > Sent from my iPhone > > On 02/02/2013, at 10:52 PM, Eugenia Firth <[email protected]> wrote: > >> Hi there >> I'm a little confused here. I have the reply forward, replh, reply all, >> forward and all that on my iPhone. Also, when you consider the price of note >> takers, this app is cheap. So, what is it you say you are missing? >> Regards >> Gigi >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> On Feb 2, 2013, at 3:20 AM, Danny Noonan <[email protected]> wrote: >> >>> I actually payed for this app despite it's highly over priced nature and >>> I'm surprised to say, it's quite good. I wish other apps on iOS bothered to >>> have hot keys on bluetooth devices. I'd love iOS mail to have a reply, >>> reply all, forward and even better, next previous message. It'd go such a >>> long way to making the device more computer like and useful IMO. >>> >>> The AccessNote needs some tweaking, extra functionality etc but for a new >>> product, it does what it is meant to and I'm going to find it useful as of >>> Monday when I start up my Business admin course. >>> >>> I wish I didn't have to pay $20.99AUD for the app but what it gives is >>> pretty unique. A word of warning for BT keyboard users though, don't bother >>> trying to get keyboard shortcuts from the AppleVis podcast as most of them >>> are wrong. All can be found in the short and succinct documentation in the >>> app. >>> >>> Danny: >>> >>> On 02/02/2013, at 10:41 AM, Eugenia Firth <[email protected]> wrote: >>> >>>> I received this from AFB, and I have been asked to forward this along. You >>>> can send it to anyone you want. >>>> >>>> Regards, >>>> Gigi >>>> >>>> >>>> Begin forwarded message: >>>> >>>>> Please, help us get the word out about this new tool available to those >>>>> with vision loss… >>>>> >>>>> New American Foundation for the Blind App Helps People with Vision Loss >>>>> Easily Take Notes on iPhone®, iPad®, and iPod touch® >>>>> >>>>> New York (February 1, 2013)—For the millions of Americans with vision >>>>> loss looking for a simple, convenient way to take notes at work, at >>>>> school, or at home, the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) today >>>>> launched the AccessNote™, a specialized notetaker for the iPhone, iPad, >>>>> and iPod touch. >>>>> >>>>> “Apple products have earned high points from us for their out-of-the-box >>>>> accessibility for users who are blind or visually impaired,” said Carl R. >>>>> Augusto, AFB president and CEO. “We designed this app to complement the >>>>> iPhone’s other popular features, like web browsing and email, so that >>>>> users who are blind have all the tools they need in one, handy device.” >>>>> >>>>> A traditional notetaker is a portable electronic device that enables >>>>> users who are blind or visually impaired to take notes, create documents, >>>>> and access applications. These devices, extremely valuable for people who >>>>> are blind or visually impaired, usually provide either speech or braille >>>>> output (or both). They retail for upwards of $2,000 and much more for >>>>> those with a built-in braille display; AFB’s AccessNote app is available >>>>> for $19.99. >>>>> >>>>> In addition to being a low-cost alternative to traditional notetakers, >>>>> AccessNote allows users to combine efficient notetaking with many other >>>>> features and functions of the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. This allows >>>>> people who are blind or visually impaired to use the same popular devices >>>>> that their sighted peers are using in classroom or business settings. >>>>> >>>>> This is the first notetaking app developed and designed specifically for >>>>> users with vision loss. AFB evaluated many of the other available >>>>> notetaking apps, but found none to be very efficient or user-friendly to >>>>> people who are blind or visually impaired. >>>>> >>>>> What sets the AccessNote apart includes: >>>>> >>>>> Seamless Navigation. Customized keyboard commands make notetaking more >>>>> intuitive and productive than ever before, including quick access to >>>>> important features like Search All Notes, Search Within a Note, as well >>>>> as several navigation options. >>>>> Automatic Saving. With an automatic save on every few keystrokes, notes >>>>> will never be lost. >>>>> Cursor tracking. When navigating among multiple sets of notes, users can >>>>> always pick up right where they left off. >>>>> Unparalleled Simplicity. With a clutter-free interface, users can create, >>>>> read, find, and sync, making it easier to spend more time with actual >>>>> content and less time with tools. >>>>> DropBox Integration. All notes, always on hand. DropBox keeps AccessNote >>>>> in sync with the user’s desktop (and other devices) so their notes are >>>>> always available and backed up. >>>>> Compatibility with Bluetooth keyboards. AccessNote is optimized for >>>>> efficiency with the Apple Wireless Keyboard and for today’s wireless >>>>> braille displays. >>>>> >>>>> AccessNote was developed in conjunction with FloCo Apps and is available >>>>> on the App Store(sm). >>>>> >>>>> ### >>>>> >>>>> About AFB >>>>> The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) is a national nonprofit that >>>>> expands possibilities for people with vision loss. AFB's priorities >>>>> include broadening access to technology; elevating the quality of >>>>> information and tools for the professionals who serve people with vision >>>>> loss; and promoting independent and healthy living for people with vision >>>>> loss by providing them and their families with relevant and timely >>>>> resources. Headquartered in New York, AFB is proud to house the Helen >>>>> Keller Archives and honor the more than 40 years that Helen Keller worked >>>>> tirelessly with AFB. >>>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> -- >>>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >>>> "MacVisionaries" group. >>>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >>>> email to [email protected]. >>>> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >>>> Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >>>> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. >>>> >>>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >>> "MacVisionaries" group. >>> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >>> email to [email protected]. >>> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >>> Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >>> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. >>> >>> >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "MacVisionaries" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to [email protected]. >> To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. >> Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. >> For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. >> >> > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "MacVisionaries" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected]. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. > Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/macvisionaries?hl=en. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. 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